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Edinburgh International Conference Centre

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The Exchange, 150 Morrison Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EE, United Kingdom
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Scotland's leading conference venue in Edinburgh's financial district with state-of-the-art facilities.

About This Venue

The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) is Scotland's premier purpose-built conference venue, located in the heart of Edinburgh's financial district. This award-winning facility features 22 flexible meeting spaces across four floors, including the magnificent Pentland Auditorium with capacity for 1,200 delegates. The venue combines cutting-edge technology with contemporary Scottish design, offering spectacular views over Edinburgh Castle and the city skyline. With dedicated exhibition space, multiple breakout rooms, and comprehensive catering facilities, the EICC provides an exceptional setting for conferences, meetings, and events of all sizes.

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Indicative Budget
£27,000£51,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~600 guests
Capacity (max)
1,200
Typical attendees
600
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (600 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

1200
Maximum Capacity
1200
Theatre Style
2000
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Pentland Auditorium

660
1200
--600

Sidlaw Auditorium

280
300
-60150

Lowther Theatre

162
180
-4590

Exhibition Hall

450
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4 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 1200 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Air conditioning
Natural daylight
Exhibition space
Catering kitchen
Parking available
Accessible
Public transport links
City centre location

📐 Space Specifications

8500
Total Space (m²)
4.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Professional sound systems
HD projectors
LED screens
wireless microphones
lighting rigs
video conferencing facilities
high-speed Wi-Fi
staging equipment

🎯 Suitable For

📋International conferences
📋corporate meetings
📋product launches
📋exhibitions
📋awards ceremonies
📋seminars

♿ Accessibility

Fully accessible venueWheelchair accessible entrances and facilitiesHearing loop systemsAccessible toilets and lifts

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Edinburgh Waverley Station 0.8km (10 min walk). Haymarket Station 0.5km (6 min walk). Multiple bus routes including 1, 34, 35. Edinburgh Airport 12km (20 min by car/taxi, 45 min by bus).

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

On-site NCP car park with 600 spaces. Additional public parking at nearby Lothian Road and Castle Terrace car parks. Limited street parking available.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

1200
theatre
120
boardroom
600
classroom
200
u shape
400
cabaret
2000
reception
800
dining
600
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 1200 delegates in main auditorium, multiple breakout rooms available
What AV equipment is available?
State-of-the-art AV equipment with technical support, simultaneous translation facilities
Is catering available?
Full service catering from coffee breaks to formal dinners, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby, excellent public transport links

Location & Contact

📍 Address

The Exchange
150 Morrison Street
EH3 8EE, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Meeting RoomsExhibition SpaceEvent VenueCorporate Venue

Venue Location

The Exchange, 150 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8EE

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 1200 delegates in main auditorium, multiple breakout rooms available

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: State-of-the-art AV equipment with technical support, simultaneous translation facilities

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full service catering from coffee breaks to formal dinners, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby, excellent public transport links

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Ancient Castle Fortress
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 min walk
🏰
Royal Mile Historic Street
1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 18 min walk
🏰
Arthur's Seat Ancient Volcano
3.5 km (2.2 mi)• 45 min walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 22 min walk
🏛️
Dynamic Earth Science Centre
2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 25 min walk

🌳Gardens

🌳
Royal Botanic Gardens
3.2 km (2 mi)• 10 min drive
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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Guide price

£45–£85/delegate

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